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Automatic Home Standby Generator (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

The Automatic Home Standby Generator, available in models up to 45kW, provides automatic power outage protection 24/7; the generator restores power to the home within 30 seconds of power loss. The unit's sound-deadening insulation maintains sound levels as low as 69 decibels, says the firm. The generator runs on LP or natural gas. 800-227-7437.

GLC Standyby Generator (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

The GLC line of commercial/industrial standby generators is now available in 10kW to 25kW models. The generators feature a water-cooled four-stroke gaseous engine, brushless synchronous alternator with four-pole construction, a fully programmable microprocessor-based controller, and a heavy-duty air cleaner. Options include an automatic transfer switch and a sound-attenuated enclosure. 479-646-4711.

H-Series Diesel Generator (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

H-Series diesel-fueled commercial-grade generators come in a range of sizes and are available in open or sound-attenuated-enclosure styles. The units include EPA-compliant Perkins engines and offer ultra-quiet operation to 62 decibels, the company says. Details include rounded corners and aluminum hardware designed to withstand heavy-duty use and extreme weather. 800-424-0007.

Guardian QuietSource Standby Generator (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

The 16kW Guardian QuietSource is designed to provide enough power to start one 5-ton air conditioner or two 4-ton air conditioners and power 16 circuits in the home. Its Whisper-Test feature reduces operating noise by 50 percent during weekly self-testing cycles. The unit comes pre-packaged with a 100-amp automatic transfer switch with load center and other installation components. 800-333-1322.

Standby Generators (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

The company offers a complete line of standby generators from 8kW to 75kW. The 8kW, 12kW, and 15kW models are air-cooled, run off of natural gas or propane, and are wired to the electrical box through an automatic transfer switch that will turn the generator on when it senses power loss and turn it off when power is restored. Liquid-cooled 27kW through 75kW units also are offered for large residential use. 507-357-6821.

Richard Gray's Power Company creates an entirely new category for power management and UPS (ebuild)

Richard Gray's Power Company (RGPC) proudly announces the RGPC PowerVault, a premium whole-house power conditioning product that is the first of its kind for the custom installation market. The centralized RGPC PowerVault Whole Home UPS seamlessly keeps electronics working during power outages--and provides clean, consistent power at all times.

When Power Outages Strike, Are Your Clients Left in the Dark? (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

Every house depends heavily on electrical power, so what happens to homes and their owners when severe weather or a failure of the power grid causes a loss of electricity, potentially lasting days or weeks? If they have an automatic standby generator, the owners are well-equipped to weather power outages in relative-or complete-comfort. Recent hurricane seasons reminded homeowners that the power supply is highly susceptible to weather events and that when it goes out, they are not only inconvenienced, their health and well-being also may be compromised. Previous generations would tough it out, but more people demand 24/7 comfort or want their homes to be more self-reliant. "People don't want to go without power for very long," says Roddy Yates, marketing manager for Baldor.

IntelliGen Generator (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

The IntelliGen generator's controls automatically turn designated circuits on and off to manage whole-house power consumption without overloading the 15kW unit. Because of this feature, the manufacturer says the IntelliGen can manage the same number of items as a 25kW unit. A wireless LCD monitor allows the homeowner to configure the system remotely. 800-732-2989.

Home Generator System (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

The 20kW Home Generator System features fully automatic operation that starts the unit during a power outage; a commercial-grade, air-cooled engine; and Sound Shield technology for quiet operation. According to the firm, the generator provides enough power to operate HVAC systems as well as essential household power requirements. High-efficiency computer controls and remote power monitoring are available as upgrades. 800-525-2000.

Standby Generator (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

The Kohler 30RES 30kW standby generator features a sound enclosure designed to reduce noise levels to 68 decibels. The system's Advanced Digital Control is integrated into the enclosure's interior and provides precise voltage and frequency regulation. Its LED display shows run-time hours, crank cycle status, and diagnostics. The controller's membrane keypad provides user access to menus and allows for system configuration. 800-544-2444.